What Alcohol Actually Does to Your Gut Lining | Dr Wil Bulsiewicz

What Alcohol Actually Does to Your Gut Lining | Dr Wil Bulsiewicz

Author: Sarah Ann Macklin June 5, 2026 Duration: 10:32

Is one glass of red wine a day actually good for your gut? In this conversation, I dig into why the idea of “moderate drinking” being beneficial became popular, and how newer analyses suggest that earlier cardiovascular findings may have been influenced by confounding factors like diet, exercise, and affluence.

Will Bulsiewicz in conversation with Sarah Ann

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There's a lot of noise out there about what it means to be healthy, and Live Well Be Well with Sarah Ann Macklin cuts straight through it. Sarah Ann brings a grounded perspective shaped by both personal experience and formal study, moving beyond quick fixes to explore what sustainable wellness actually looks like. Each conversation in this podcast feels like a thoughtful exploration rather than a lecture, tackling the interconnected areas of holistic health, practical nutrition, and realistic lifestyle shifts. You'll hear from a range of insightful guests alongside Sarah Ann's own reflections, all aimed at making sense of the information overload. The tone is refreshingly human-this isn't about perfection, but about finding a smarter, more integrated approach to everyday living. Tuning into this podcast feels like gaining a knowledgeable, empathetic friend who believes that feeling well shouldn't feel like a constant struggle. It’s a space for anyone wanting to move past the confusion and cultivate a genuine sense of vitality that fits into a real, busy life.
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